Best 3 Festive Holiday Ham Recipes
**Unveil a Culinary Masterpiece: A Festive Holiday Ham to Impress Your Guests**
As the holiday season approaches, the tantalizing aroma of a perfectly roasted ham fills the air, evoking memories of warmth, family, and celebration. Our festive holiday ham is not just a dish; it's a culinary masterpiece that will be the centerpiece of your holiday feast. With a crispy, golden-brown exterior and a moist, succulent interior, this ham is sure to impress your guests and create lasting memories. Accompanying this main attraction are a delightful array of recipes that complement the ham perfectly. From a sweet and tangy pineapple glaze to a savory herb butter, each recipe adds a unique layer of flavor, ensuring that every bite is a burst of holiday cheer. So, gather your loved ones, set the table, and prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will make your holiday celebration truly unforgettable.
FESTIVE HAM GLAZE
As long as I can remember, my favorite room's been the kitchen. My glaze dates back to shortly after my husband (of 23 years now) and I were married. My parents were visiting, I cooked a Sunday ham with this glaze-and I've done it that same way from then on. Since my husband made his career in the Air Force, we spent years in the city or living in close quarters. When he retired, we decided to plant roots here where we could experience the daily wonder of God's creation. (The rise and set of the sun, silhouetting the mountains in the distance, is breathtaking.) Our children are 17 and 11.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 2h10m
Yield 10-16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Score surface of ham, making diamond shapes 1/2 in. deep. Place in a large baking dish. , In a bowl, mix remaining ingredients; pour over ham. Cover and refrigerate overnight, turning ham occasionally. , Reserving glaze, remove ham to a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Insert thermometer. Bake, uncovered, at 325° until thermometer registers 140° about 2-4 hours, brushing occasionally with glaze.
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FESTIVE HOLIDAY HAM
Step up your holiday dinner with this seriously delicious ham recipe. Injecting it with a little triple sec not only makes the ham nice and juicy, but it also carries the orange flavor throughout the meat. The glaze has the perfect balance of sweet and tangy and thickens up perfectly while baking. After slicing the baked ham, we...
Provided by Lynette !
Categories Pork
Time 3h40m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- 1. Slice the skin from the ham. Score the fat on the ham in a diamond design and stud with cloves.
- 2. Inject 1/2 cup liqueur into ham, at 3-inch intervals.
- 3. Combine the brown sugar and the next 7 ingredients in a medium saucepan; stir well. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer for 2 minutes. Set the glaze aside.
- 4. Place the ham, fat side up, on a rack in a shallow roasting pan; pour the brown sugar mixture over the ham.
- 5. Insert a meat thermometer, making sure it does not touch fat or bone.
- 6. Cover and bake at 325 degrees for 2 1/2 hours, basting frequently with glaze.
- 7. Arrange the orange slices over the exposed portion of the ham; secure with wooden picks. Place a cherry half in the center of each orange slice.
- 8. Bake, uncovered, an additional 30 minutes or until thermometer registers 140 degrees.
FESTIVE HOLIDAY HAM
this reccipe came to me as i was cooking it...... very tastey... was served with baked sweet potato and tossed salad......color was great
Provided by Diane Eldridge
Categories Pork
Time 1h15m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. spray med size fry pan with non stick cooking spray...heat over med high heat add onion... cook and stir 3-5 min til getting limp...add cranberries, the juices, and apple.....cook and stir cranberries will start popping ...... after most have popped add splenda......cook 10 min more til it thickens up..... preheat oven to 350
- 2. spray a cookie sheet with nonstick spray.......spoon 1/2 cranberries on sheet... cut ham into serving size pieces[i got 4 out of 1 1/2 pd steak] now put reast of cranberries on top each piece of ham cover with foil... bake 25 miutes... remove from oven turn each piece of ham spoon cranberries on top place peppermint stick on top ham put back in oven for another 2o minutes to serve place ham steakes on servin platter scoop all cranberries over them sprinkle green onions over all..........
Tips:
- Selecting the Right Ham: Choose a ham that is fully cooked and of a size appropriate for your gathering. Look for a ham with a firm texture and a deep pink color.
- Preparing the Ham: Remove the ham from its packaging and rinse it thoroughly with cold water. Pat the ham dry with paper towels.
- Scoring the Ham: Use a sharp knife to score the ham in a diamond pattern. This will help the glaze penetrate the ham and create a crispy crust.
- Glazing the Ham: Prepare your chosen glaze according to the recipe instructions. Brush the glaze over the ham, making sure to cover the entire surface.
- Baking the Ham: Preheat the oven to the temperature specified in the recipe. Place the ham in a roasting pan and cover it with foil. Bake the ham for the time indicated in the recipe, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the ham reads 140°F.
- Resting the Ham: Once the ham is cooked, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 15-20 minutes before carving. This will allow the juices to redistribute throughout the ham, resulting in a more tender and flavorful meat.
Conclusion:
With these tips and tricks, you'll be able to create a festive holiday ham that will be the centerpiece of your table. Whether you choose a traditional glaze or something more unique, your ham is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to enjoy a delicious and memorable holiday meal!
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